A rapid strep test has confirmed that a 5-year-old girl has a group A streptococcal infection. Which of the following would the nurse instruct the parents to do last?
A) Use a cool mist humidifier.
B) Encourage the child to drink liquids.
C) Discard the child's toothbrush.
D) Give the full course of antibiotics.
C
Response:
The last thing the parents need to do is discard the child's toothbrush, once the infection has resolved, so that she does not reinfect herself. Using a cool mist humidifier in the child's room and encouraging her to drink liquids or eat ice chips should begin immediately. Administering antibiotics will also begin immediately and should continue until the entire prescription is used.
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